Hi, NewsWrap for January 04, 2024

04-January-2024: Krishi Jagran's MC Dominic Meets AARDO Secretary-General, UC Davis Researchers, Livestock Industry, Pineapple Variety

4 January 2024

  • How Upskilling Farmers Can Revolutionize Agricultural Practices

    Upskilling farmers is a crucial endeavor with the potential to transform the agricultural landscape by empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. Various strategies can be employed to upskill farmers effectively, ranging from providing practical training in modern farming techniques and livestock management to incorporating digital literacy through mobile apps and precision agriculture tools.

  • Krishi Jagran's MC Dominic Meets AARDO Secretary-General to Propel Global Reach of Millionaire Farmer of India Awards

    Krishi Jagran's Founder and Editor-in-Chief, MC Dominic, met with H.E. Manoj Nardeosingh, Secretary General of the African-Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO) in New Delhi on January 4, 2024. Their conversation revolved around the impactful Millionaire Farmer of India (MFOI) Awards and its global resonance.

  • 'Suberin in Tomato is a Potential Method to Combat Drought': UC Davis Researchers

    Plants possess a remarkable ability to adapt to changing environments, a trait crucial for their survival in the face of shifting climates. In a groundbreaking study led by the University of California, Davis, researchers have unveiled the pivotal role of exodermal suberin in enhancing plants' resilience against water stress, a discovery that could revolutionize the development of drought-resistant crops.

  • Sweet Surprise: Kerala's New Pineapple Variety Sparks Hope for Enhanced Cultivation and Export

    Kerala, known for its lush green landscapes and tropical bounty, is abuzz with the discovery of an unnamed pineapple variety—reportedly sweeter and more amenable to mechanized processing than the conventional Mauritius variety. As per the media reports, this find has stirred excitement among pineapple farmers and stakeholders, hinting at a potential shift in cultivation practices and export dynamics in the state.

  • Livestock Industry Falls Short on Climate Neutrality, Studies Reveal

    A study titled 'Defining a pathway to climate neutrality for UD dairy cattle production', authored by S.E. Place, C.J. McCabe, and F.M. Mitloehner, posits that the U.S. dairy industry could achieve climate neutrality by 2050 with a modest reduction of annual methane emissions by 1 percent – 1.5 percent. This assertion sparks hope for a more sustainable future in the dairy sector.

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